Infinix NOTE 30 Pro: The new Infinix NOTE 30 Pro is the company’s playing card to shatter the mid-range price segment with a number of top-of-the-line specs which we haven’t seen in the most affordable lineup.
This adds up to a wonderful option for all discriminating value minded consumers looking to make the most of their investment.
Design and Aesthetics
The NOTE 30 Pro comes with a glass front and back glass treated with a plastic frame.
In sophisticated Magic Black or Variable Gold and Sunset Gold, the device represents a fresh and inventive approach and an impressive one thanks to its distinctive style.
Coming in at about 168.6 x 76.6 x 8.2mm and weighing in at around 204g it’s got a whole lot of weight, but it’s just very weighty feeling rather then ungainly.
The unique boxy design of the rear camera island adds interest, and encases the triple-lens setup and quad-LED flash system.
Display Technology
One of the highlights is the 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display (1080 x 2400 pixels) with a 120Hz refresh rate. This premium panel produces punchy colours, inky blacks and boasts excellent outdoor visibility, with brightness maxing out at 900 nits.
That 120Hz refresh rate should make for buttery-smooth scrolling and animations, and the 360Hz touch sampling rate makes for snappy gaming.
The center punch-hole camera cuts a mere hole in the viewing experience, and the display is coated with Corning Gorilla Glass for a little extra durability.
Performance Capabilities
Running on MediaTek Helio G99 chip based on 6nm process, featuring 8 gig of RAM (up to 16 gig of RAM via virtual memory technology), NOTE 30 Pro responds to the daily activities smoother and quicker.
The octa-core SoC compromises performance and power efficiency, however the latter may be insufficient for the most demanding of gaming titles.
The device is powered by XOS 13 which is built on Android 13, plenty of customization options, some AI features are present, but the interface comes with bloatware which you may uninstall, but not all can be removed, depending on your preferences.
Photography System
The camera system is lead by a flagship 108MP Samsung ISOCELL HM6 primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, paired with a 2MP depth sensor and 2MP macro lens.
The main camera is very impressive, producing incredibly detailed shots during the day and often life-like colors, as well as commendable low light performance when it relies on pixel binning.
The 32MP selfie camera manages to capture sharp selfies that have good dynamic range and it comes with a number of AI beauty modes.
Battery and chargeing options
The battery capacity of 5000mAh lets you enjoy outstanding autonomy, even for heavy users, thanks to optimal power management.
The 45W wired fast charging support is impressive for this class of devices and charges the device from 0 to around 75% in half an hour.
And best of all, the NOTE 30 Pro is compatible with 15W wireless charging for the wireless charging flagship experience (normally reserved for flagship models priced at a premium) PLUS also, offers 5W reverse wireless charging!
Additional Premium Features
The device also comes with dual stereo speakers featuring JBL audio tuning for great-sounding music and spatial separation.
For biometric authentication, an under-display fingerprint sensor is on the board and the phone supports NFC for contactless transactions.
Points should be awarded for the retention of the trusty 3.5mm headphone jack and adding a linear vibration motor for excellent haptic feedback.
Pros:
Class-leading 120Hz AMOLED screen that gets very bright
Great main 108MP camera shooting prowess
Great power battery life will charge quickly
Uncommon wireless charging for this price range
Premium stereo speakers with JBL tuning
High quality design in glass construction
Ample RAM with expandable technology
Cons:
MediaTek G99 SoC trails behind Snapdragon counterparts
Secondary cameras are of little practical use
Bloatware and occasional ad on the XOS UI
Lack of software update commitment
No officual water resistance IP rating.
Lacklustre gaming performance with graphically intensive titles
Infinix NOTE 30 Pro: Verdict
The NOTE 30 Pro establishes a successful link between the affordability of a mid-range device and the experience of a premium flagship in terms of display quality, main camera performance & charging convenience.
Though you’ll see some obvious concessions when it comes to processing and software polish, the whole package is a high-value deal for multimedia consumers, camera enthusiasts, and anyone who wants flagship features without the price of a flagship.
